2004 Kawasaki Z750 DIY Guide

[S750WP]

Today I replaced my 10 year old stock mirrors with the Rizoma Tomok replica mirrors (made in China) bought from AliExpress for $44. The right hand side of my stock mirror weight, embedded inside to prevent vibration at high speed, has loosen and it causing a very irritating buzzing sound.

 

The new mirrors stem is made of CNC aluminum, about 50% lighter than the stock mirrors and the area of the mirror is 50% smaller than the stock. The new mirror is slightly tinted blue to prevent glaring and the looks match the bike outlook. The quality of the mirrors are quite good, overall I am happy with the purchase, in addition reviews from buyers commented no vibration up to 140km/h.

 

Here is the new look with the replica Rizoma mirrors

 

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014%5C03%5C17%5Cbikepics-2651705-800.jpg

 

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014%5C03%5C17%5Cbikepics-2651706-800.jpg

 

http://www.rideitmoto.com/upload/all/19.jpg

[S750WP]

In response to the inconsiderate and reckless driver, I decided to install a action camera on my motorcycle to safeguard myself if there is any dispute.

 

I bought the latest SJ4000 action camera and ram mounts

 

SJ4000 cost $112 from Aliexpress and the ram mount cost $65 inclusive of shipping.

 

Here is the set up of the action camera,

 

SJ4000 daytime

 

Edited October 8, 2014 by S750WP

[S750WP]

Replace the old Hella Shell type horn with Hella Strong Tone Horn today.

 

The old hella horn mounted behind the headlight cowl fairing by previous owner, create buzzing noise due to vibration

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014%5C03%5C17%5Cbikepics-2651706-800.jpg

 

The new disc horn under the radiator, wiring behind the fan

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/13/bikepics-2682489-800.jpg

 

Completed

http://i1353.photobucket.com/albums/q666/ngowyeong/DSC_0126_zps1259cebb.jpg

 

Total damage

 

Hella Strong Tone horn from LAB : $25 after bargain

Wire from SLT : $6 from SLT $1/meter

Blade connector : $2

Edited July 14, 2014 by S750WP

[S750WP]

Now running PC3 Map, 214-517, (European Model - Akropovic Full Exhuast, Stock or After Market air filter), so far seems to work fine with stock bike.

 

214-507 - (European Model - Completely stock bike) is too rich.

Edited July 13, 2014 by S750WP

[S750WP]

Went to 219 motor shop to customize a sticker for my meter face plate. I dismantle the meter for them to scan the face plate, the art work cost $10, and the sticker cost $5. They say it will be ready on Monday.

 

Bought the matte LCD polarizer film, going to replace the burnt film on my meters, the display a bit faded but still readable.

 

I have tried with success to replace the LCD polarizer film on my 10 year old digital camera, the display is working like new now.

 

So I am going to replace the polarizer film on my bike meter myself once the sticker are ready.

Edited July 14, 2014 by S750WP

[rogngts]

U good lah...me spent $50/= for that on the VTX.

Went to 219 motor shop to customize a sticker for my meter face plate. I dismantle the meter for them to scan the face plate, the art work cost $10, and the sticker cost $5. They say it will be ready on Monday.

 

Bought the matte LCD polarizer film, going to replace the burnt film on my meters, the display a bit faded but still readable.

 

I have tried with success to replace the LCD polarizer on my 10 year old digital camera, work like new.

 

So I am going to replace the polarizer film on my bike meter once the sticker are ready by 219 motor shop.

[S750WP]

$50 reasonable I was quoted $230 to replace the lcd polarizer by one shop so decided to DIY.

[rogngts]

that's robbery.. I went Rosli.. anyway, I have changed bike..

$50 reasonable I was quoted $230 to replace the lcd polarizer by one shop so decided to DIY.

[S750WP]

What bike? Any plans to organize ride up north? Dec I joined Encik Pak anniversary ride.

[rogngts]

2008 Rocket iii,,, I going for 3NCR with ard 18 bikers(most 1DTO-Encik Pat grp members) in Sept 14..also going in Aug national day..to Cameron....I also interested in Encik Pat Feb trip.

What bike? Any plans to organize ride up north? Dec I joined Encik Pak anniversary ride.

[rogngts]

Encik Pat got many rides coming up but was unable to join due work.. :btw:waiting for his durian trip

[S750WP]

DIY to replace the LCD Polarizer Film

 

The meter removed from bike

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683743-800.jpg

 

Open the back cover

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683744-full.jpg

 

Took out the circuit board, look at the burnt Polarizer

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683745-full.jpg

 

Split up the circuit board

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683746-full.jpg

 

Remove the LCD display panel

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683750-800.jpg

 

Remove the old polarizer film

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683751-800.jpg

 

Clean off the glue stain and paste the new polarizer film. face plate decal was printed by 219 motorshop

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683752-full.jpg

 

Total spent approx $50 for 2 x 8" Polarizer film and 3 x face plate decal.

 

I still left with 1pc 8" Polarizer film and 1 face plate decal which I can still repair the LCD again in future.

 

Meter installed back to bike

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683761-full.jpg

 

Tested its working

http://p1.bikepics.com/2014/07/18/bikepics-2683762-full.jpg

Edited July 18, 2014 by S750WP

[yatan73-regok]

Great diy spirit on this lcd film replacement... in Singapore we should have more DIY since man labour is not cheap..

 

Btw, can this polarized film be used on other motorbike?

[S750WP]

Great diy spirit on this lcd film replacement... in Singapore we should have more DIY since man labour is not cheap..

 

Btw, can this polarized film be used on other motorbike?

Yes the polarizer film can be used for any Lcd display i.e handphone, camera, laptop etc.

[JJM15]

Wow amazing thread! 2 thumbs up from me

 

I only dare DIY on classic Vespas

[NightHawk6460]

I have a 2005 z750s im trying to get a clutch issue straightened out.

[S750WP]

What's the problem with your clutch? I have the service manual for 04 to 06 Z750 which you can refer to rebuild your clutch.

[S750WP]

I have installed a SteelMate S881 motorcycle alarm on my bike yesterday. I bought it from TaoBao for $40 and paid $20 to VPost to ship here.

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=312908&d=1412777488

 

I will not post picture of where I wired and place the alarm for the security of my bike.

 

The connection of Steel Mate

 

Red - Connects to the Ignition Switch White Wire

Orange - Connects to the Ignition Switch Brown Wire

Black - Connects to bike's frame

Yellow - Connects to the left signal Green Wire

Yellow - Connects to the right signal Gray Wire

Gray - Connects to the crank shaft sensor Yellow/Black Wire

Blue - Connects to the junction box Black/Red Wire

Pink - No need to connect

 

I did not cut the bike wires instead I use scotch lock to splice into the wires

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=312910&d=1412777501

 

Everything works except for the remote start(the starter motor crank but will not start). There is a Gray wire connects to the ECU when the ignition switch key is turned on, I am not sure what signal it sends to the ECU, I need to read further on this wire for the remote start function.

 

Edit: Read from the web there is a resistor inside the Kawasaki ignition switch on the gray wire to step down the voltage, the ECU once detect this then the ignition will start.

 

The remote start worked now, I wired a 0.25w 100ohm resistor and 1N4001 diode from the steel mate orange wire to the ignition gray wire.

http://www.singaporebikes.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=312911&d=1412777504

 

Edited October 13, 2014 by S750WP

[NC39]

Hi there S750WP, I ride 2005 Z1000, we met once. I need to buy spare parts for my bike urgently.

Does the Jack guy (+60177999008-jack) still available for parts?

[S750WP]

Yes,whatsapp him with the kawasaki part number to get the correct parts.

[NC39]

Tks bro.. I will do that. The $ parts in Sg cost a bomb!!!.

[spaz55555]

What's the problem with your clutch? I have the service manual for 04 to 06 Z750 which you can refer to rebuild your clutch.

 

Would you share your service manual?

[yatan73-regok]

Any advice for coolant change? Can I just use distilled water and flush it every year? No need chemicals to keep the pipe from corrosive and frozen.

 

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[S750WP]

Any advice for coolant change? Can I just use distilled water and flush it every year? No need chemicals to keep the pipe from corrosive and frozen.

 

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Your cooling system will need the anti corrosion and lubricant for water pump. I am now using Toyota super long life coolant, its about 5 degree cooler.

 

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[S750WP]

Would you share your service manual?

Please PM me your email

 

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